I Sometimes Pretend I Didn’t Hear Someone So I Don’t Have to Talk

This feels small but I still feel weird admitting it.

Sometimes when someone calls my name or tries to start a conversation, I pretend I didn’t hear them. Not because I dislike them, but because I’m mentally drained and don’t have the energy to socialize.

It’s such a minor thing, but afterward I feel guilty, like I chose avoidance instead of just being honest.

I don’t know if other people do this too, but it’s something I’ve been trying to work on.